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CAN Warns Niger Governor Against Signing Controversial Hisbah Law
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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Niger State chapter, has strongly condemned the passage of the controversial Hisbah law by the Niger State House of Assembly, urging Governor Umaru Mohammed Bago not to sign it into law.
In a sternly worded letter titled “The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Niger State Say No to Hisbah Law”, the CAN Chairman, Most Reverend Dr. Bulus Dauwa Yohanna, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Kontagora Diocese, warned that the law, if assented to, could deepen religious divisions in the state. A copy of the letter was made available to newsmen in Minna on Sunday.
“Why Hisbah law in Niger? What is the aim? Of what benefit is it to our people economically and socially?” the CAN Chairman questioned. He stressed that Christians in the state would not be subject to the law and criticized lawmakers for failing to consider the social and economic consequences of passing it.
Dr. Yohanna urged the Speaker and members of the State House of Assembly to withdraw the bill unless their intent was “to incite or anger a major group of people.” He also dismissed claims by Hon. Isah Muhammad Etsugaie, Chairman of the joint House Committees on Religious Affairs, Judiciary, and Legal Matters, that the bill had been subjected to public hearings. According to CAN, the association was neither invited nor notified, signaling a marginalization of Christian stakeholders.
The CAN leader described the bill, sponsored by Hon. Mohammed Abubakar, representing Chanchaga Constituency, as “controversial” and warned the governor against signing it into law.
“Niger State is not predominantly Muslim,” Dr. Yohanna said. “We should focus on unity rather than divide the people along religious lines. For the interest of peace and cohesion, I urge Governor Bago not to assent to this bill.”
He further reminded the governor that during elections, Christians voted without religious bias and did not support the passage of a law that could foster disaffection or unrest.
Highlighting economic concerns, the CAN Chairman noted that since the advent of Shari’a law in 2001, Niger State has suffered economically, with businesses closing and investors relocating to other states where economic opportunities have thrived. “Such a law can only reinforce perceptions of Christian marginalization and may be seen as a tool for persecution,” he warned.
Dr. Yohanna also emphasized that Nigeria already has constitutional institutions for enforcing law and order, including the Nigeria Police, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, and recognized vigilante groups. “Our leaders and lawmakers should focus on initiatives that add value to our state and benefit all citizens, regardless of religion,” he said.
He concluded by calling on well-meaning citizens of all faiths and political affiliations to speak out against the bill, cautioning that its enactment could create friction in the daily lives of non-Muslims and threaten social harmony in Niger State.
The Hisbah law, which establishes state-backed religious policing to enforce Shari’a norms, has previously generated controversy in other Northern states. CAN’s warning underscores the growing tension in Niger over balancing religious legislation with the state’s secular constitution and diverse population.
Israel reportedly shared intelligence with the US about a new Iranian plot to ass@ss!nate US President Donald Trump, according to a report.
The latest assassination plan, reported by the Wall Street Journal on Thursday, July 9, comes after years of Iranian regime threats to k!ll Trump as revenge for the 2020 killing of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Gen. Qasem Soleimani by US forces.
When asked for comment, the White House referred The Post to Trump’s Wednesday remarks at the NATO summit in Ankara.
“They want to take out the US leader — me,” Trump said. “I’m on whatever list. I saw this morning I’m on every single one of their lists. And so far, I guess I’ve been a bit lucky, but maybe that doesn’t last very long.”
“These are evil, sick people,” the president continued. “And we have to root out that cancer. That cancer. You know what you do? You’ve got to cut out cancer early. And that’s the way I feel.”
Trump traveled to Turkey on his new Qatari “palace in the sky” plane, but took a different Air Force One home. The plane switch was a strategic “distraction” to keep the commander-in-chief safe, the White House said.
War Secretary Pete Hegseth, who accompanied the president to the summit, was instructed not to travel to Israel as planned shortly before Trump chose to switch planes in Turkey. It’s unclear if the Iranian threat extended to the war secretary.
The Israelis tipped the US off about the plot earlier this week. The specific threat was not being tracked by US officials before Israel’s warning and has yet to be vetted, CNN reported.
The warning comes as tensions have emerged in President Donald Trump’s relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu following the conflict with Iran.Executive Branch
Trump on June 1 told Netanyahu he was “f–king crazy” over his attacks on Lebanon, fearing they would provoke more war with Iran.
”You’d be in prison if it weren’t for me. I’m saving your ass. Everybody hates you now. Everybody hates Israel because of this,” a US official summarized Trump’s comments, which the president later confirmed to The Post.
According to a statement by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the victims were freed through the efforts of security agencies.
The schoolchildren and teachers kidnapped by suspected bandits in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been rescued.
According to a statement by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, the victims were freed through the efforts of security agencies.
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The National Working Committee, NWC, of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has announced Vice President Kashim Shettima as President Bola Tinubu’s running mate for the 2027 presidential election.
The National chairman of the APC, Nentawe Yilwatda, revealed this via X where he stated that “the party formally received the presidential nomination forms of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and His Excellency, Vice President Kashim Shettima, ahead of the 2027 general election” on Friday .
Yilwatda described the development as a defining moment that reaffirmed the party’s collective resolve to sustain the Renewed Hope Agenda and deepen the progress already being recorded across the country.
The development comes amid months of speculation that President Tinubu might replace Shettima with a northern Christian as his vice-presidential candidate ahead of the election.
“Today marked another significant milestone in the journey of our great party as I formally received the presidential nomination forms of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, ahead of the 2027 general election. It was a defining moment that reaffirmed our collective resolve to sustain the Renewed Hope Agenda and deepen the progress already being recorded across the country.
“The nomination forms were presented on behalf of President Tinubu by his Special Adviser on Political and Other Matters, Hon. Ibrahim Masari, during a well-attended ceremony at the Continental Hotel, Abuja. The presentation underscored the confidence of our party in the leadership of President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima as they prepare to seek a renewed mandate from the Nigerian people.
“The event brought together an impressive array of leaders of our great party, including the Chairman of the Progressive Governors’ Forum and Governor of Imo State, Senator Hope Uzodimma, alongside Governors Mai Mala Buni, Nasir Idris, Abba Kabir Yusuf, Uba Sani, Babagana Umara Zulum, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, as well as other governors, party executives and critical stakeholders from across the federation.
“The atmosphere was one of unity, confidence and shared purpose. As we move towards 2027, the All Progressives Congress remains focused on strengthening its grassroots support, consolidating the achievements of the Renewed Hope Agenda and working together to build a more prosperous, secure and inclusive Nigeria for all,” the APC chairman wrote.
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